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Hyderabad police arrested Manne Krishank over alleged defamatory posts targeting Minister Seethakka. Complaints and counterclaims escalated after a fake clipping row. Cases registered from both sides; investigation continues into content origin, intent, and authenticity

The Congress accused PM Modi of “moral cowardice” for remaining silent on Israel’s military actions in Gaza and Lebanon, alleging India’s government has shown undue support for Israel while abandoning traditional pro-Palestinian positions and broader human values in foreign policy

BRS working president KT Rama Rao alleged a covert understanding between the Congress and BJP in Telangana, questioned the Centre’s inaction on financial claims, and extended support to RTC workers’ strike while demanding fulfilment of employee-related promises

Former Minister T Harish Rao supported RTC employees on strike in Siddipet, accusing the Congress government of failing to honour promises. He alleged privatisation plans, financial gaps in schemes, and warned of protests if demands, including employee status, are not met.

Congress Minister Ponnam Prabhakar urged Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu to act against objectionable remarks on Telangana’s formation. He warned that such statements could create tensions and affect harmony between people of both States.

Karimnagar rural police raided an illegal gambling centre in Subashnagar and arrested 17 persons. Cash worth Rs 6.75 lakh, vehicles and mobile phones were seized, and the case was later handed over to Three Town police.

Indian National Congress accused the Narendra Modi government of delaying the Women’s Reservation Bill, citing ignored letters from Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi and alleging attempts to link the issue with delimitation reforms

Election Commission of India directed officials in Kerala to avoid opening strong rooms before counting day after reports from Kozhikode and Palakkad, while opposition leaders alleged procedural violations and demanded scrutiny ahead of the May 4 election results

Mallikarjun Kharge accused PM Narendra Modi of “terrorising” opposition using central agencies, alleging bias in the Election Commission and attacking policies on reservation and delimitation during a Chennai press briefing alongside KC Venugopal

A Congress-led United Democratic Front alleged strongroom tampering at Vellimadukunnu in Kozhikode, but election officials clarified that only a separate materials room was opened during routine inspection, confirming that Electronic Voting Machine strongrooms remained secure

M. K. Stalin condemned an Income Tax raid on K. Selvaperunthagai in Chennai, alleging political targeting by the Centre, while the Congress leader claimed unlawful detention, escalating tensions ahead of crucial Assembly election campaigning

Indian National Congress criticised Narendra Modi’s foreign policy, calling Pakistan’s growing role in US-Iran talks and Asim Munir’s closeness to Donald Trump a major diplomatic setback for India

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attacked the DMK and Congress over the defeat of the Women’s Reservation Bill, reaffirming BJP’s commitment to 33% quota. He also accused DMK of corruption and promised policy changes if NDA comes to power

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the nation, reiterated his government’s commitment to women’s empowerment despite the setback in Parliament over the Women’s Reservation Bill. He framed the issue as part of a larger pattern of resistance to reforms by the Opposition.

Bharatiya Janata Party criticised Opposition parties after the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026 on women’s reservation failed in Lok Sabha. PM Narendra Modi blamed Congress, DMK, TMC, and SP for blocking the Bill, calling it a setback to women’s representation efforts

Rahul Gandhi accused the AIADMK of functioning under BJP influence, alleging proxy rule attempts in Tamil Nadu. He defended the Congress-DMK alliance, criticised the Centre’s political approach, and highlighted Opposition unity against a contested reservation-linked bill

The Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao criticised the Congress for obstructing the Constitution Amendment Bill on women's reservation, calling it a 'black day'. He accused the party of prioritising the Nehru family's interests over women's representation and condemned Rahul Gandhi's reported opposition citing lack of Muslim reservation.

CPI (ML) New Democracy leader A Lal Kumar demanded a SIT probe into alleged land deals involving Jaganmohan Rao, claiming misuse of power and official support. He urged the government to take stern action and clarify Rao’s political links.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has cautioned party workers that Congress and BJP may misuse the upcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Telangana. He urged cadres to remain vigilant at the booth level to prevent bogus voter registrations and deletions of genuine voters.

The NDA faces a tough battle in Parliament to secure the passage of the Women's Reservation Bill and the 131st Constitutional Amendment. With 293 members in the Lok Sabha, the ruling alliance falls short of the two-thirds majority required. Abstentions from opposition parties like the Samajwadi Party, Trinamool Congress, or DMK could prove decisive.